The Spanish Dancer (1923): cast, story & where to watch
1923 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1923, The Spanish Dancer is a romance and history film directed by Herbert Brenon, running about 95 minutes. “And now the perfect combination – the Negri of foreign-made triumphs in an American-produced super picture!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The Spanish Dancer is the story of Maritana, a gypsy girl who dances in courtyards and even tells people's fortunes. Despite her gypsy occupation, Maritana wishes to be a Countess. Her ambitions are realized when she meets the handsome Count Don Cesar de Bazán, if only the King of Spain would stay out of their way!
Who’s in it. The Spanish Dancer stars Pola Negri as Maritana, Antonio Moreno as Don Cesar de Bazan, Wallace Beery as King Philip IV and Adolphe Menjou as Don Salluste, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, The Spanish Dancer has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Spanish Dancer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Spanish Dancer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Spanish Dancer (1923)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Spanish Dancer change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Spanish Dancer worth watching?
- The Spanish Dancer holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Spanish Dancer?
- The Spanish Dancer stars Pola Negri, Antonio Moreno, Wallace Beery, Adolphe Menjou and Kathlyn Williams.
- When was The Spanish Dancer released?
- The Spanish Dancer was released in 1923, with a runtime of about 95 minutes.